1) What is this book called?
- The Revelation of Jesus Christ

Revelation 1:1
The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John,

2) Who is the author of this book?
- John, who had born witness to the word of God and testimony of Jesus Christ

Revelation 1:1-2
1 The revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave him to show his servants what must soon take place. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John,
2 who testifies to everything he saw--that is, the word of God and the testimony of Jesus Christ.

3) What is the meaning of the Greek word (apokalupsis) translated "revelation"?
- An uncovering, an unveiling

4) What style of literature is the book of Revelation?
- Apocalyptic literature

5) What are some of the typical features of such literature?
- Highly symbolic; depicting conflict between good and evil

6) What is important to know to properly interpret the book?
- The historical context in which it was written

7) What dates are usually suggested for the book?
- An early date (64-68 A.D.), during the reign of Nero
- A late date (95-96 A.D.), during the reign of Domitian

8) What is the purpose of the book?
- To reveal things which must shortly come to pass?

Revelation 1:13
and among the lampstands was someone "like a son of man," dressed in a robe reaching down to his feet and with a golden sash around his chest.

Revelation 22:10,16
10 Then he told me, "Do not seal up the words of the prophecy of this book, because the time is near.
16 "I, Jesus, have sent my angel to give you this testimony for the churches. I am the Root and the Offspring of David, and the bright Morning Star."

9) Who is proposed to be the two major enemies used by Satan as described in this book?
- Jerusalem (i.e., Babylon, the harlot)
- Rome (i.e., the beast which supported the harlot)

10) What is the key verse which summarizes the book?

Revelation 17:14
They will make war against the Lamb, but the Lamb will overcome them because he is Lord of lords and King of kings--and with him will be his called, chosen and faithful followers."